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Day 22 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-08-31T10:08:21-06:00

What could be better than having dinner done by the time you get home from work?! Slow Cooker Smoky Vegetarian Chili with Walnuts

Day 22 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2026-08-31T10:08:21-06:00

D is for Diet

2026-08-31T09:46:37-06:00

  A diet should not be a temporary solution or a means to an end. A diet should not severely cut calories or entire food groups. A diet should not be a Band Aid. A

D is for Diet2026-08-31T09:46:37-06:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  

2026-08-31T06:59:30-06:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!    Having lived in New England for a few years, when I think of fall, I think of this visual. However, living in Oakland, California,

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  2026-08-31T06:59:30-06:00

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup

2026-08-31T05:51:29-06:00

I am a volunteer for American Bone Health because I feel that bone health is not top of mind for the individual let alone our standard healthcare provider and this really needs to change. Today

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup2026-08-31T05:51:29-06:00

Why intermittent fasting can be a powerful tool for your health

2026-08-31T05:03:28-06:00

Intermittent fasting has been trending for quite some time now. Is it simply hype or is there science to back up the grandiose claims of weight loss and improved overall health? Before we get into

Why intermittent fasting can be a powerful tool for your health2026-08-31T05:03:28-06:00

Kale Sucks!

2026-08-31T03:45:22-06:00

Kale Sucks! That is what a very smart and funny guy said to me the other day. Yes, it is true some people just do not feel the love that is going around for this

Kale Sucks!2026-08-31T03:45:22-06:00

Day 26 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-08-31T02:26:21-06:00

Still rolling with the breakfast soup theme today...here is something totally different and super easy. Either one should be able to get the rest of the house onboard. Today we have Raw Apple Cauliflower Soup.

Day 26 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2026-08-31T02:26:21-06:00